Trump announces 'board of peace' formed for GazaListen to this articleMuch of the Palestinian territory of Gaza has been devastated by the war triggered by the Hamas militant group's unprecedented attack on Israel on Oct 7, 2023. (Photo: AFP)WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced the formation of a Gaza "board of peace," a key phase two element of a US-backed plan to end the war in the Palestinian territory. "It is my Great Honor to announce that THE BOARD OF PEACE has been formed," Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, adding that the members of the body will be announced "shortly." "I can say with certainty that it is the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled at any time, any place," Trump said. The committee will work under the supervision of the board of peace, which Trump said Thursday he will lead as its chair.

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